ANALYSIS OF CLASSROOM SPACE REQUIREMENTS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS BASED ON THE PROJECTION OF SCHOOL-AGE POPULATION GROWTH IN SURABAYA CITY (STUDY ON EDUCATIONAL PLANNING USING THE SOCIAL DEMAND METHOD)

Abstract

This study aims to describe and analyze the classroom space requirements for elementary schools based on the projection of school-age population growth and to compare it with the School Minimum Service Standards (SPMP) and National Standards for Education (SNP). The research conducted is a descriptive qualitative study with projection calculations. This method is expected to yield actual data from several years ago and the present, which will then be estimated to predict trends for the coming years. In data collection, this study utilizes data on the number of school-age children (7-12 years) in Surabaya City. This data is obtained from demographic sources such as the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) and population projections based on age groups. The data collection technique employs secondary data sources through documentation studies. The data analysis technique involves data collection, data input, and data processing using projection methods with a mathematical equations approach. The results of the study indicate that the growth of the school-age population is a determining factor in the need for classroom space, which underscores the necessity for strategic planning in educational infrastructure to ensure that all children have access to adequate learning environments.